Hillary's Hyphen??

So I will admit, the spark for my thoughts on this subject came from a morning radio comedy show co-host (Frankenstine never scared me).

What ever happended to Hillary's Hyphen?

For years she was the proud, bra burning, strong woman, independant Hillary Rodam-Clinton. Now she is just Hillary Clinton.

Liberal in moderates clothing? Pandering to the independants, the moderate republicans and the undecided? Pretending to be someone she is not. NEVER!!!

But what about the Gloria Stienem crew? Who has she abondoned to appear electable? And where are those long standing principles of independance, strength, I am woman hear me roar.

Next thing you know John McCain will BE HYPHENATED.

The A-Hole.

Let the fear Mongering Begin

Well it has begun! In response to a visiting civil rights leaders call for black citizens to vote against the renewal of the .75% income tax the Mayor has begun his fear mongering. Scare voters into believing that without the tax - fires will rage, criminals will rein, and garbage will choke the streets alleys and driveways of Toledo. The Blade Article outlines the Mayors comments on the recent call for a no vote to the tax renewal.

Please. The Mayor knows that the best way to insure the voters of Toledo will renew the tax is to scare them into it. Notice he does not claim that without the tax he may have to

1) Reduce the size of his staff.
2) Stop purchasing real estate in the failed Southwick Mall
3) Disband his fleet of ambulances and turn the service back over to private business
4) Trim the budget of entitlements and pet project give aways like lights for the trees downtown, or flowers, or Toledo Pride signs displaying his name.

There are lots of ways the City could and should reduce its spending and leave police fire and garbage alone.

But instead, right out of the political handbook - he spreads fear and insults anyone who dare challenge his control over the purse strings.

Vote no. Make the City trim the fat -- perhaps starting with his Honor.

The A-Hole

Private Investment in the Citizens, with proper Political Support

So some County Commissioners and state officials, along with PRIVATE BANKS are providing educational seminars to citizens to improve their credit, and free tax assistance through the VITA program. Kudos.

I know the utilities at the library, some of the advertising and administrative costs, and other items will be paid for with tax dollars, but the primary funding (including free breakfast) appears to be coming from private banks. WOO HOO. Finally our elected officials fulfilling their proper role; support private investment in the community, educate through press release and conferences, and keep the tax dollars spent to a minimum.

I know, I may be missing a big hole in the scheme, and may be naive in my early congratulatory remarks. But at least Ben didn't announce, COUNTY COFFERS PAY FOR FREE TAX PREPARATION FOR THE NEEDY.

The A-Hole.

A Refreshing Choice

After watching the New Hampshire debates I am no closer to picking a candidate.

I wish MOST of Ron Paul's views could be presented by a less "Ross Perot" like figure, who was not so extreme on the anti-war issue. I wish I had a more confidence in Romney's purported beliefs on conservative issues, and I just wish Guliani was more conservative overall.

But - outside of national defense - McCain showed his true colors again proving him to be a RINO. Immigration, energy, free speech (campaign finance reform)are all issues he is firmly closer to the Democrats on than I.

Will Huckabee continue his roll? I am not convinced, but he will make an interesting choice in the primary. Thompson remains my favorite, but I just don't think he will make it.

With such divergence of thought, experience, and style we have perhaps the best chance in history to vote for the candidate who shares our beliefs on issues, tally them up, and pick the candidate with which we share the most beliefs.

Many of the Republican candidates have actual methods to improve on the issues they speak of, not just rhetoric - with no plan. Not just "change for change sake" but, here is the needed change, and here is the way to implement the change.

Keep your eyes on the prize people, safety, lower taxes to KEEP our economy strong, and less government control. Need an example of how well government can control things - Look no further than the Erie Street Market.

The-AHole

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